Protein Sugar Cookies

In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, cream butter until smooth.

Add applesauce, 1/2 cup sugar, stevia, eggs and vanilla; mix until well combined.

Add flour protein powder and salt and mix until combined.

Refrigerate cookie dough for 30 minutes.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Roll chilled dough into 1-inch balls and roll in remaining 1/4 cup sugar then place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Use a glass to flatten cookies to 1/2-inch thick.

Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden brown.

Remove from oven and place a Hershey’s Kiss on top of each cookie.

Return to the oven for 1 more minute.

Remove from oven and spread each Hershey’s Kiss in an even layer on top of each cookie.

Let set up before serving.